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Amit Kumar Choubey

VP - Head IT Security and Technology Risk at RBL Bank

IT Security GovernanceTechnology Risk ManagementRegulatory ComplianceCyber Crisis ManagementSecurity AuditsEnterprise Security Strategy

About

I am Amit Kumar Choubey, currently serving as the VP and Head of IT Security and Technology Risk at RBL Bank. My career has been deeply rooted in the banking sector, spanning over a decade of experience in IT management, cybersecurity, and risk oversight. I have held key roles at institutions including the Reserve Bank of India, IndusInd Bank, and SBI Card, where I focused on regulatory compliance, security audits, and building robust enterprise-wide security frameworks. I am passionate about strengthening cyber resilience within the financial industry and navigating the complex intersection of business management and IT security. I bring extensive experience in implementing ISO standards and managing large-scale security operations. I am currently looking to expand my professional network and explore mutual opportunities within the banking and cybersecurity space.

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What I can offer

  • Expertise in banking-sector cyber resilience
  • Guidance on regulatory compliance and RBI guidelines
  • Strategic advice on IT/IS governance and risk management

Looking for

  • expanding my professional network
  • exploring mutual opportunities in the banking and cybersecurity industry

Best fit for

Banking professionalsCybersecurity leadersRisk management expertsRegulatory compliance officers

Current Interests

Banking-sector cyber resilienceRegulatory complianceThreat landscape monitoringIT/IS Governance

Background

Career

Started as Assistant Manager IT at United Bank of India, promoted to IT Manager, moved to RBI as AGM for Cyber Security, then DVP at IndusInd Bank, Lead at SBI Card, and currently VP at RBL Bank.

Education

e-Master's in Cyber Security, IIT Kanpur (2024–2025); PG Diploma in Business Management, IT and Systems Management, NMIMS (2020–2022)

Achievements

  • Implemented ISMS and achieved ISO 27001 certification for SOC, NOC, DC, and DR sites at United Bank of India
  • Conducted onsite cyber security assessments and IT audits for RBI-regulated entities
  • Established in-house teams for IT/Infosec audits and managed enterprise-wide security solutions